Reviews paint Bocadillo as a consistently satisfying beacon of authentic Venezuelan flavors with standout arepas, pabellón, empanadas and tequeños, praised for flavorful meats, plantains and a bright, welcoming vibe. Several diners note gluten free options and attentive service, with staff listening to dietary needs and offering helpful recommendations, though one comment mentions a risk of cross contamination with gluten for Yuca fries while other dishes remain gluten free. Arepas are described as delicious and sometimes time consuming to prepare, but worth the wait; the pabellón arepa is highlighted as a favorite. The atmosphere is described as calm and charming, and the interior or location changes are mentioned as positive, with some praise for an authentic, festive feel with music. Prices are flagged as a bit high for some, making it less affordable for students, though many feel the quality justifies the cost; portions are generally satisfying though a few reviews call out smaller portions for price. Positive remarks include fast service, generous fillings, great presentation, and the chance to try a variety of Venezuelan items in one place, with several readers planning future visits when in town.
Nice place, the arepa pabellon special was really filling, loved the arepa & the fries were so good! They mistakenly put avocado in one of the two & had to send it back (allergy) but was quickly replaced. Maybe a bit pricey for some options but great food.
The best arepas ever! This is a must stop for me anytime I'm in mtl. Arepas are made fresh & the meats are super tender, Juicy, & seasoned to perfection. Portions are solid for the price & literally everything I've tried here has been a hit. If you've never had Venezuelan food, trying bocadillos will ensure you love it! Highly Recommend!
Aug 10, 2024
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Delicious Arepas! We got the Pabellon Deluxe & Pepito Cheese steak & it was very satisfying. On the expensive side for sandwiches but it's very filling! We also got a drink but we're not sure if we got the Parchita or Papelon. It was super refreshing regardless & so I would recommend trying their drink as well!
We tried the pabellon deluxe & fried plantains. The plantains were enjoyable & perfectly ripe + sweet. The arepa itself, however, was lacking a little. The meat was well marinated but no sauce to bring other flavors. I also knock a star because it was quite pricey. The green sauce they gave on the side was mayo based & less flavorful than I've had before, plus there was no hot sauce. However there was a great atmosphere! We sat in the backyard terrasse which had lots of plants & cute tables. Fun music too! @thehungry.sheep
Yummy rich arepas. Felt more like fast food place inside. Limited menu (maybe it's normal but it was mostly arepas with 6-7 filings in different combinations).
Came here for dinner the other day & had their deluxe arepa combo with yuca fries & maracuya juice. Everything was phenomenal. Arepa was big & the yuca was so tasty! They have a lovely patio out front & plenty of seats inside with a second patio in the back. The service was very friendly & quick. Prices are a bit expensive but good for a treat once in a while.
Love this place! It's a go to with friends or when someone from out of town is visiting. Great place for arepas, & I highly recommend their Yucca fries. The atmosphere is also great & service is friendly.
Politesse service.. Nourriture excellente mais les coûts sont très élevés! 17$ pour un arepa sans accompagnement... J'aime faire découvrir ce restaurant vénézuélien à mes amis. À notre dernière visite, nous avons commander au comptoir puis nous nous sommes assis nous-meme à la terrasse. Nous nous sommes servis nos verres d'eau etc. Nous avons du payer également au comptoir à la fin du repas. Mon amie a demander si il était possible de transférer ce qui lui restait dans une boîte pour emporter, l'employé lui a silencieusement pointer les boîtes empilées pour qu'elle le fasse elle même. Pour toutes les raisons mentionnées plus haut, j'ai juger que les tip étaient optionnels. L'employé m'a demander sèchement si le service était correct. Puis a ajouté, l'air méprisant, que les tips n'était pas inclus dans le prix de la nourriture. À savoir que le "service" n'était ni cordial, & encore moins amical. Cet échange a brimée mon expérience au Bocadillo & m'a découragée à encourager ce petit restaurant que j'aimais fréquenté.
We were craving for some empanadas & we found this place. The food was great, the waitress & other workers were all super nice & attentive. We got our food quick. The food came hot & fresh. We had ordered some arepas, tequenos, empanadas & the steak sandwich & me & my friends really enjoyed it & we were so full. I will definitely come back with friends! The vibes were great here & the music was too 😊 Great Latino restaurant in Montreal! I recommend 100%!😋
I have to say that this one of the best Latin restaurants I've tried in a long time, the food was excellent. I tried the Bunelos de Yuca for the first time & there crunchy & soft inside which was delicious, I also tried some of their arepas & they did not disappoint, definitely worth the visit!!
Fresh, fast, & the sauce was delicious! Edit one year later: this is my favourite food spot in Montreal. I make sure to go here every time I visit. I take all my friends & the love it too! I always get the vegetarian arepa.
Nous avançons, la tête penchée, les yeux plissés, luttant contre les rafales chargées de flocons. Nous savons notre destination, notre abri, proche, mais nous l'avons légèrement dépassé, ce qu'un coup d'oeil au téléphone confirme. Nous faisons demi-tour & nous nous plantons devant l'étroite façade un tantinet défraîchie du Bocadillo. De l'extérieur, les lumières de notre refuge semblaient éteintes, créant une certaine appréhension, mais une fois à l'intérieur, une tout autre sensation fait son chemin, celle de la chaleur de l'intimité. Le restaurant, long couloir bordé de tables, est radouci par un long tuyau troué suspendu au plafond. Un groupe de jeunes universitaires, réunis pour mieux se connaître, nous précède & va s'asseoir à la lumière d'un néon proclamant « sin arepa, no hay paraíso » (sans arepas, point de paradis). D'emblée, nous sommes invités à commander au comptoir & nous choisissons une entrée de tequenos (le plat que j'ai le plus aimé) & leurs deux arepas les plus populaires : le pernil criollo & le pabellón. La saveur maïsée est agréable au palais & les amateurs de haricots (on ne me compte pas - encore - dans leur nombre) seront comblés par ce dernier. Après une matinée remplie d'activités ecclésiastiques, la faim nous tenaillait & si nous avions un instant cru pouvoir engloutir un paquet de nourriture, nous nous sommes vite détrompés : une seule arepa est amplement gourmand pour calmer la fringale d'un ours. À la fin du repas, mon amie se retrouve affalée sur la banquette, repue & somnolente. Je tire sur son bras pour la redresser, mais, oh, c'est pénible ! Elle semble s'être appesantie d'une tonne. En somme, une arepa du Bocadillo me semble être une option nutritive & assez économique pour se remplir la panse. Le fait que ces délices soient appréciés par la clientèle depuis 2008 est en soi remarquable. Très chères salutations & bonne continuation !
On a commandé pour emporter hier soir 2 differents arepas avec des tequenos au chorizo/fromage .. On n'avaient pas manger autres choses durant la journée donc cest certains que le problème est venu de là. Le lendemain des frissons & de la fievre pour nous deux. On a deja manger la-bas plusieurs fois & aucun probleme mais cette fois-ci, tres decu surement quelque chose n'etait pas frais.
Dec 29, 2023
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Best Arepas & friendly service!! The plantains were good but not our favourite, however the yuca & the Pabellón arepa were delicious. Portions were also very generous. Don't forget to ask for more of the green sauce;)
Great arepas! Very much over priced but soo good! The food takes a while so you can enjoy some fried yuca as an entree. Great atmosphere & location! Parking is always packed so it'll you a while yo find a spot.
